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Federal Flitecontrol
Tightens Patterns for Turkey & Coyote
Federal says their Flitecontrol shotshell wads produce extra-tight patterns with standard shotgun chokes, and filling the wads with denser-than-lead Heavyweight pellets also boosts the impact, extending the range of high-speed hunting loads without the use of specialty chokes.
Unlike a conventional wad that opens to release the shot as it exits the muzzle, a Flitecontrol wad still contains the shot as much as 10 yards downrange, until air resistance slows the lighter wad and allows the shot string to speed away. The company says the result is consistently tight, even patterns. To check that claim, we shot the 3-inch No. 7 and No. 6 Federal Premium Heavyweight Mag-Shok turkey loads, the No. 4 lead Mag-Shok and the BB Heavyweight Coyote V-Shok load through the same Modified choke 12 gauge.
Federal’s recommended range for the No. 7 turkey load is 40 yards. Because the Heavyweight pellets are a third more dense than lead, they hit with virtually the same impact as No. 5 lead at that range.
Our 40-yard patterns averaged 123 hits in a 15-inch circle, evenly distributed with no significant gaps. The No. 6 shot scored 86 hits at 40 yards and 67 hits at 50 yards, again evenly distributed.
The No. 4 lead shot scored 90 evenly distributed hits in a larger 30-inch circle at 50 yards, with no coyote-size gaps. The BB load of Heavyweight shot averaged 49 hits, again with no significant gaps.
A mix of powder-type buffer and plastic shock absorbers cushion the pellets as
they accelerate down and out the barrel.
The extra-dense Heavyweight BB shot should deliver more than adequate punch for coyotes at 60 yards, maybe more, and while we didn’t pattern test at such ranges, based on the 50-yard patterns, I just might take that longer shot.
Contact: Federal Cartridge Co., 900 Ehlen Dr., Anoka, MN 55303-7503; (800) 322-2342; www.federalpremium.com
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Cabela Alaskan Guide® Rain Parka and Rain Bibs deliver maximum protection in wet weather. If it’s good enough for people who make their living on the water, it’s good enough for you. Heavy-duty PVC construction; but what really sets them apart is the specially designed articulated knees and elbows of waterproof nylon. Creates the flexibility you need without compromising weatherproofness. Parka has a snap front with storm cover and three-piece hood. Bibs have adjustable suspenders; gusseted snap cuffs to seal out moisture. Comes in sizes Small through 3X-Large, in yellow or dark olive. Contact: Cabela’s, Dept. FFG, One Cabela Drive, Sidney, NE 69160; (800) 237-4444; www.cabelas.com
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Buck ErgoHunter’s thick, full-tang 4-3/4-inch blade with generous belly design is perfect for skinning. Right-hand ergonomic contouring in the handle for comfort. Anti-slip texturing, grip ridges and extra-large choil for control. Overall length 9-3/4 inches. In Buck’s new Select, Avid and Pro program, the knife is offered at three price levels with the same basic design but different materials. All blades in all versions finished with Buck Edge2x™ technology to be sharp out of the box, hold an edge longer, and be easier to resharpen. Made in the USA and backed by Buck Forever Warranty. Contact: Buck Knives, Dept. FFG, 660 S. Lochsa Street, Post Falls, ID 83854-5200; (800) 326-2825; www.buckknives.com
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